Funeral services for Mrs. Martha Maybelle Reese Harry, age 85, of Fayetteville, will be conducted 2 p.m. Thursday, March 9, 2017 at Fayetteville First United Methodist Church with Rev. Will Wells and Rev. Ann Hatcher officiating. Burial will follow in Higgins Cedar Hills Memorial Gardens beside her husband, Jerry Albert Harry, who passed away in 2009. Mrs. Harry was a native of Evansville, IN and daughter of the late William “Bud” and Waneta Ellis Reese. She was a member of the Fayetteville First United Methodist Church, was an assistant horse trainer, and worked twenty plus years at Walmart of Fayetteville. Mrs. Harry loved her family, church family, volunteering at the church with the Notables, crossword puzzles, exercise class, visits from her friends and family, and was an avid reader.
Survivors include her children Dr. Mike (Violet) Harry, Dan (Jackie) Harry, Jerrie Lynn Harry (Steve) Gladish all of Fayetteville, Susan Harry (Michael) Laposata of Galveston, and Chris (Maria) Harry of Charlotte, NC; grandchildren Patrick Harry, Emily Wiggs, Heath Mann, Daniel Harry, Reese Harry, Tarek Harry, Sarah Merritt, Abby Merritt, Joshua Harry, and Cristina Harry; eight great-grandchildren; and a sister Carole Reese Rogers. In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Harry was preceded in death by a granddaughter Martha Morgan Russell.
Visitation with the family will be 12 p.m. until time of service at 2 p.m. on Thursday at Fayetteville First United Methodist Church. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Fayetteville First United Methodist Church, 200 N. Elk Ave., Fayetteville, TN 37334. Higgins Funeral Home is honored to be serving the family of Mrs. Martha Maybelle Reese Harry.
17 Comments To "Martha Maybelle Reese Harry"
#1 Comment By Kay Sisco On March 6, 2017 @ 8:30 pm
Jerrie Lynn – My condolences on the passing of your mother. You are your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
#2 Comment By Reba Seals On March 6, 2017 @ 8:46 pm
Praising God for a life well lived; she fought the good fight. I am blessed to have known Maybelle. Praying for the family in this time of loss.
#3 Comment By Dennie & Betty Jo Massey On March 6, 2017 @ 9:02 pm
OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH EACH OF YOU IN THE LOSS OF YOUR LOVE ONE.SHE LIKE YOUR DAD WAS A FRIEND FOR MANY YEARS
#4 Comment By Laura and Bud Mulkey On March 6, 2017 @ 9:09 pm
Cousins, words can’t describe the loss we’re all feeling today. My thoughts are with you all. There will be a forever void in all the hearts she’s touched over the years, especially mine.
Love you all!
#5 Comment By Tammy Bigham Dean On March 6, 2017 @ 10:43 pm
I am so sorry for the loss of such a wonderful lady and pillar of Lincoln County! She will be greatly missed by my family and all who loved her. You are in my prayers for peace and comfort during this difficult time.
#6 Comment By Debbie Kilpatrick Vessell On March 6, 2017 @ 11:35 pm
Maybelline was one of the most beautiful people I have ever known. My heart is heavy for all who love this precious lady. I think of her every time I think of what grace means. She taught me so much. May God bless you, now and in the months ahead.
#7 Comment By Betty Brewer On March 7, 2017 @ 2:50 am
Jerrie Lynn and family we are so sorry to hear of your Mother ‘s passing. You all are in our hearts and prayers. May God surround you with peace and understanding.
#8 Comment By Shelia Boscio On March 7, 2017 @ 5:12 pm
A note to our friend. Maybelle your girlfriends who meet on Tuesday missed you today and we all tried to guess what you are doing. I love you sweet friend of mine. See you again someday.
#9 Comment By Irene Blevins On March 7, 2017 @ 6:30 pm
So sorry for your loss. I worked with her and thought so much of her. A very sweet lady.
#10 Comment By Freda Rogers On March 7, 2017 @ 7:50 pm
Jerrie Lynn, Was saddened to hear of your mother’s passing. I will be asking God to comfort and care for you and your family during this difficult time. We miss you at Cawood and think of you often.
#11 Comment By Judy, Mike & Jonathan McLeod On March 7, 2017 @ 8:04 pm
Ms. Maybelle was truly one of the sweetest ladies, I always looked forward to seeing her smile at WalMart. She is smiling in heaven now. May God hold you in His arms as I hold you in my thoughts and prayers.
#12 Comment By Teri Gray On March 8, 2017 @ 10:30 pm
Dan &Jackie
Praying for peace and comfort during this sad time. So sorry for your loss.
#13 Comment By Mark & Lisa Edwards & Children On March 9, 2017 @ 5:59 pm
Dan , Jackie & Family,
So sorry to hear about the loss of Ms. Maybelle. Praying for your peace and comfort during this time.
#14 Comment By Pat Miller On March 9, 2017 @ 6:21 pm
I too was blessed to have known Maybelle as were all that ever met her. She always had a smile for
everyone. My thoughts are with the family and her friends,
#15 Comment By Ann Lee Morgan On March 9, 2017 @ 8:27 pm
My deepest sympathy and prayers of comfort to all the Harry family> Ann Lee Morgan
#16 Comment By Robin Long On March 10, 2017 @ 1:32 am
Such a wonderful lady with a sweet spirit. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Love, Robin Long and family
#17 Comment By Pam Thompson On March 17, 2017 @ 2:38 pm
I always loved seeing her smiling face at Wal-mart. Your mother was such a sweet lady. God’s peace to all of your family.